Staff Accountant/ Sr. Accountant

Overview

This role involves managing day-to-day accounting activities and month-end financial reporting within a healthcare-focused organization that leverages data and technology to improve pharmacy benefits management. The position requires strong accounting knowledge, financial analysis skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments. It offers a fully remote work environment and opportunities for growth in the healthcare and technology sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operational accounting tasks
• Assist in preparing financial reports and analyses for internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare monthly and quarterly account reconciliations
• Interpret financial transactions, resolve discrepancies, and identify significant fluctuations
• Develop and implement processes focused on automation, scalability, and efficiency to streamline accounting methods
• Partner with HR and collaborate with the Professional Employer Organization (PEO) on payroll changes, benefits administration, PTO tracking, headcount planning, new hire setup, terminations, benefits reconciliation, and compensation reporting
• Reconcile payroll liabilities including taxes, benefits, garnishments, and 401(k) contributions
• Participate actively in month, quarter, and year-end closing processes
• Collaborate with external auditors and tax professionals
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls
• Assist with annual budget and forecast preparation
• Support finance leadership with federal, state, and local tax filings and registrations in coordination with external tax advisors
• Assist with equity compensation accounting, including stock options and RSUs
• Proactively identify and report issues, risks, and discrepancies
• Perform special projects and studies related to accounting and control matters as requested

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration
• Minimum 2 years of experience in financial reporting and/or general accounting
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong time management, planning, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a remote environment
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and solve problems efficiently
• Capability to develop accounting practices, workflows, and policies
• Must be able to complete the full interview process, including video interviews and a final in-person interview at the corporate office in Hayward, CA

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification or progress toward CPA license
• Experience with QuickBooks
• Prior experience in pharmacy benefits management (PBM) or healthcare industry

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $58,000 to $76,000, plus eligibility for bonuses
• Health benefits
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Stock options
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative environment

Location

• Remote work with a requirement to attend a final in-person interview at the corporate office in Hayward, California

Additional Information

• This employer does not sponsor or transfer work authorization for this position, including H1B, F-1 OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, or other immigration-related support.
• Equal Opportunity Employer; all information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• Candidates must submit a completed job application and participate in a thorough interview process involving phone, video, and/or in-person interviews.
• Official correspondence will come from the employer's applicant tracking system or corporate email domains only.